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Due to the number of Christmas services and events during December, please always check for any changes to visitor opening times before your visit.

Lady Chapel and Mary

Joyfully proclaiming the love of God in Worship, Outreach, Welcome and Care

Concerts and Events

Cathedral Services

Three Services are held at the Cathedral every day of the year without exception.

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Octagon Tower Tours

* A Cathedral highlight *
One of the wonders of medieval engineering, this incredible structure completed in 1342 is considered the jewel in the Cathedral crown.

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Advent and Christmas Services

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Christmas 2023

Discover our upcoming Christmas Concerts and Events.

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Crown and Coronation

6 - 10 February 2024
A spectacular, immersive, light and sound show by Luxmuralis.

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A Celebration of Bridal Gowns Exhibition

14 February - 17 March 2024

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Online Shop

Christmas Cards, Decorations, Gifts and Advent Calendars now available.

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West Tower Tours

Climb the 288 steps to the top of the West Tower for stunning views over the city and the surrounding fens.

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The Stained Glass Museum

The Stained Glass Museum within Ely Cathedral offers a unique insight into the fascinating history of stained glass.

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Support Us

It costs £10,000 a day to care for our historic building, maintain our worship and music tradition, and carry out our contemporary mission of education, outreach, and care.

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Visitor Opening Hours & Tickets

Monday to Saturday:
Visitor charges apply between 10am and 4pm

Sunday:
Visitor charges apply between Noon and 3pm

Please check any changes to opening hours before you visit.

We kindly request that Visitor Tickets are booked in advance.

Services take place Mondays - Saturdays at 5.30pm and Sundays at 4pm – everyone is welcome to attend.

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Safeguarding at Ely Cathedral

We are fully committed to safeguarding all who worship or attend activities here.

We fully acknowledge we have a duty of care to all. We have robust policies and guidelines in place and we follow the advice, guidance and practice of the Church of England in Promoting a Safer Church.

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